Change does not come easy in New England. We, as a people, take pride in our traditions, our celebrations and our festivals. Our weather might change at the drop of a hat, but a true New Englander knows what season is upon…
Read More →Gather in Grandeur at The Wilburton, a Mansion Made for Memories in Manchester VT
Ascend the winding maple-lined drive and discover The Wilburton, an award-winning destination resort. Created as Manchester’s largest private estate in 1902, The Wilburton became an inn in the 1950s and has been owned and run by the Levis family since 1987. Featuring…
Read More →By Susan Smallheer, Vermont Country Magazine. BRATTLEBORO — Chefs from all over New England will compete this fall in a charity barbeque event in Brattleboro to benefit Black Mountain Assisted Family Housing. The 5th annual charity event, ‘Que for a Cause,’ will pit both professional and…
Read More →By Linda Flores. Brattleboro, VT — Get ready for a summer full of laughter, drama, and unforgettable performances at New England Youth Theatre (NEYT)! Whether you’re a long-time fan or a first-time visitor, this season promises something for everyone, from silly and…
Read More →By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. Looking for music under the stars, vibrant cultural experiences, and a family-friendly way to spend a Southern Vermont evening? Look no further than the Bandwagon Summer Series, the traveling arts festival that rolls into ballfields, parks,…
Read More →By Rejoice Scherry, Site Administrator for the President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site In the summer of 1923, the townspeople in the tiny hamlet of Plymouth Notch, Vermont welcomed their friend “Cal” home for a holiday. After long days haying his father’s…
Read More →Merck Forest and Farmland Center: A place to get away from it all
By Andrew McKeever, Vermont Country correspondent. Up on Rupert Mountain at the Merck Forest and Farmland Center sits the Spruce Cabin. It’s a short distance from the intersection of Old Town Road and Kouwenhoven Road. You have to know where to look…
Read More →The Four Chimneys Inn: Bennington’s New Standard for Elegant Dining
A local treasure to discover: The Four Chimneys Inn Restaurant and cocktail bar, open to the public By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. You don’t just stay at the Four Chimneys Inn. Your visit starts with stepping onto its historic grounds, past…
Read More →Family Ties Take Center Stage at Dorset Theatre Festival
Each year from June to September, audiences in Southern Vermont and the surrounding region have a unique opportunity to see world-class theatre in their own backyards. The Dorset Theatre Festival, currently in its 48th season, is a regionally and nationally-renowned organization playing…
Read More →Manchester Restaurants with Outdoor Seating to Visit This Summer
The Reluctant Panther The Reluctant Panther in Manchester offers one of southern Vermont’s most refined dining experiences. With a menu crafted from seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and an atmosphere that is both intimate and elegant, the restaurant has earned its place as…
Read More →Food, Family & Foliage: Brattleboro’s Street Food Festival Returns
Mark your calendars and bring your appetite, the New England Street Food Festival returns to the Brattleboro Common on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., promising a lively, family-friendly celebration of local flavor. Now in its seventh year, the…
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